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DX05 KVT

2005 Skoda Superb

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

235,151 mi
Last recorded235,151 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 KVT
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 235,151 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 218,108 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 217,996 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 188,723 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 188,676 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 158,445 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 131,616 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 131,492 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 126,854 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 111,951 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 90,331 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 90,331 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 71,555 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 67,248 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 67,248 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 59,533 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 40,471 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 May 2008 40,471 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Superb?

Based on 755,475 MOT tests across 83,424 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
9,405
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
83,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,743
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,269
Registration plate lamp not working 4,908
position lamp(s) not working 4,669
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 4,545
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DX05 KVT is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 105,075 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Superb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,743 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 KVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Superb typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX05 KVT registered?

DX05 KVT is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is DX05 KVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 KVT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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